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Iraqi airline begins flights to Dubai

May 13 - Iraq’s first private carrier, Alnaser Airlines began its daily flights from Dubai to Iraq last week and is running to its full capacity of 140 passengers. The airline is owned by an Iraqi national, Shaikh Hussain Al Khawam, who has collaborated with US-owned FK Gryphon Airlines. The flight’s first stop was Kuwait, which was attacked by Iraq in 1991. "We wanted Kuwait to be the first [stop], to break the barriers between the two countries," said Executive Vice-President of Gryphon Airlines, Abdullah Al Tammar. The Dubai-Baghdad route follows the Baghdad-Kuwait and Kuwait-Najaf routes, with more destinations to come soon. Both Najaf and Karbala house shrines revered by Shias. "We are eyeing East Asia, particularly China, as well as Europe, with current talks on Iraq-Germany routes," said Al Tammar. The airline has seven aircrafs at the moment, three of which are owned by Alnaser and the rest by Gryphon.

Georgetown University

Washington DC, United States

The university campus is worth a look for its early 18th century structure and beautiful green campus gardens.
Founded in 1789, it was originally run by the country’s first black Jesuit, Father Patrick Healy. At the east gate, the imposing, Flemish style 1879 Healy building is impressive with its tall clock tower.
37th & O Sts NW, Georgetown
Tel: (202) 687 6538 (info)
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La Casa Natal de Simon Bolívar

La Casa Natal de Simon Bolívar

Caracas, Venezuela

Address: between Esqs San Jacinto and Traposos Cathedral
Phone: +28 212 541 2563
Timings: Tuesdays to Fridays 9am to 4pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 430pm. Admission free of charge
This is the birthplace of El Liberator Simón Bolívar, the most highly esteemed national hero in Venezuela. It has been restored as a national museum with the utmost attention to detail. Constructed origi...

Ubud Palace (Puri Saren)

Ubud Palace (Puri Saren)

Bali, Indonesia

Known as the heart and soul of Ubud, a trip to Bali would be incomplete without a tour of the palace. Originally home of the King of Ubud, it now features traditional Balinese houses and an art market selling local handicrafts. Here you can also witness the Barong dance which is a choreographed fight scene.
Jalan Raya Ubud, Ubud
Opposite Tourist Info Center in the center of town
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